The Hague Conventions And Declarations Of 1899 And 1907 (1915)

The Hague Conventions and Declarations of 1899 and 1907 is a book written by James Brown Scott and published in 1915. The book is a comprehensive guide to the Hague Conventions and Declarations, which were a set of international agreements signed by various countries in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. These agreements aimed to establish rules and regulations for the conduct of war and the treatment of prisoners of war, civilians, and non-combatants.The book provides a detailed account of the history and development of the Hague Conventions and Declarations, as well as an analysis of their provisions and significance. It covers a wide range of topics, including the laws of war, the treatment of prisoners of war, the protection of civilians, the use of weapons, and the role of neutral countries in times of war.The author, James Brown Scott, was a prominent American lawyer and international law expert who played a key role in the development of the Hague Conventions and Declarations. He was also a member of the United States delegation to the Second Hague Conference in 1907, where many of the agreements were negotiated and signed.Overall, The Hague Conventions and Declarations of 1899 and 1907 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of international law and the regulation of armed conflict. It provides a detailed and authoritative account of these important international agreements and their ongoing relevance in the modern world.Accompanied By Tables Of Signatures Ratifications And Adhesions Of The Various Powers And Texts Of Reservations.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.